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When emotions flare, and words cut deep, it’s often our past echoing through the present. My journey through the tangled underbrush of triggers has taught me this—especially when hurtful words rip the scabs off old childhood wounds. This episode isn't just a discussion; it's a roadmap to navigating the treacherous terrain of triggers within relationships touched by PMDD. I lay bare my personal battles and the revelations that have come from them, offering a guide to understanding how our partner’s behavior can accidentally set off our emotional tripwires. It's not just about knowing what makes us tick—it's about using that knowledge to communicate more effectively and compassionately with our loved ones.
We take a deep look at the crucial role of introspection and the transformative power of 'I statements' in expressing emotions without inciting conflict. Handling triggers with a PMDD partner requires a delicate balance of self-awareness and mutual support—something we dissect with care. By approaching our partners with the assumption that they mean well, we can dig into the roots of behaviors rather than skimming the surface. This episode is about fostering a connection that can weather the PMDD storm, ensuring that both partners feel understood, supported, and ultimately, more closely bonded through the shared journey of managing and communicating triggers.
Managing Expectations of Your PMDD Partner
Bearing the Burden: My Struggle with Vicarious Depression
Unmasking the Challenges of Being a Caregiver in a PMDD Relationship
Breaking Free from Controlling Behavior in Your PMDD Relationship
Is Your PMDD Partner Your Person?
Managing Intrusive Thoughts in PMDD Relationships
Breaking the Cycle: Managing Anxiety and Worry in PMDD Relationships
How to Allow Your PMDD Partner to Self-Soothe: Coping with the Emotional Highs and Lows of PMDD
Journey to Becoming a PMDD Doctor: Dr. Rose's Story From Diagnosis to Doctor
Breaking the Cycle of Blame in PMDD Relationships
What to do When PMDD Makes You Feel Evil Towards Your Partner
Cracking the Code of PMDD Relationship Communication
PMDD Monthly Breakups SUCK!
The Tug of War: I Broke Up With My PMDD Partner
Battling the Storm after my PMDD Partner Left Me
Unmasking Your PMDD Past: Breaking Free from the Chains of PMDD Guilt & Shame
Surviving the Emotional Storms: How PTSD Affects PMDD Partner's Behavior
Unmasking the Hidden Truth: Is Your PMDD Partner Suffering from Depression?
Breaking the Cycle: Navigating PMDD and Relationships Without Monthly Breakups
Invest in Your Relationship: Overcoming PMDD Monthly Breakups with the Breakup Proof Academy
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